1952 Austin A 40 vs. 1999 Honda Life
To start off, 1999 Honda Life is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Austin A 40 (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1999 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Austin A 40 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A 40 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1999 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1952 Austin A 40 (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1952 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin A 40 | 1999 Honda Life | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 40 | Life |
Year Released | 1952 | 1999 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2370 mm |